**Exhibit 4.10**

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Parcel Identification Number:037.07-01-05.02-0000, 037.07-01-15.01-0000, 037.07-01-15.00- 0000 

This document was prepared by M. Nelson Metheney,Valley Bank, 36 W. Church Avenue, S.W., Roanoke, Virginia 24011 

**THIS IS A CREDIT LINE DEED OF TRUST**

(With Future Advance Clause) 

**DATE AND PARTIES.**Thedate of this Deed Of Trust (Security Instrument) is September 22, 2006. The parties and their addresses are: 

**GRANTOR:**

**Optical Cable Corporation**

A Virginia Corporation 

5290 Concourse Drive 

Roanoke, Virginia 24019 

**TRUSTEE:**

**John T.MCCALEB**

36 W. Church Ave 

Roanoke, Virginia 24011 

**Catherine J HARTMAN**

36 W. Church Ave 

Roanoke , Virginia 24011 

**LENDER:**

**VALLEY BANK**

Organized and existing under the laws of Virginia 

36 W. Church Ave. S.W. 

Roanoke, Virginia 24011 

**1. CREDIT LINEDEED OF TRUST.**THIS IS A CREDIT LINE DEED OF TRUST within the meaning of Section 55-58.2 of the Code of Virginia (1950), as amended. For purposes of such section, (i) the name of the noteholder secured by this Security Instrument isVALLEY BANK, (ii) the address at which communications may be mailed or delivered to the noteholder is 36 W. Church Ave. S.W., Roanoke, Virginia 24011, and (iii) the maximum aggregate principal amount to be secured is $8,100,000.00.

**2. CONVEYANCE.**For good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is acknowledged, and to secure the Secured Debts andGrantor’s performance under this Security Instrument, Grantor irrevocably grants, conveys and sells to Trustee, in trust for the benefit of Lender, with power of sale, the following described property: 

See attached Exhibit “A” 

Theproperty is located in Roanoke County at 5290 Concourse Drive, Roanoke, Virginia 24019. 

Together with all rights, easements, appurtenances, royalties,mineral rights, oil and gas rights, all water and riparian rights, wells, ditches and water stock, crops, timber, all diversion payments or third 

party payments made to crop producers and all existing and future improvements, structures, fixtures, and replacementsthat may now, or at any time in the future, be part of the real estate described (all referred to as Property). This Security Instrument will remain in effect until the Secured Debts and all underlying agreements have been terminated in writing byLender. 

**3. MAXIMUM OBLIGATION LIMIT.**The total principal amount secured by this Security Instrument at any one time will not exceed $8,100,000.00.This limitation of amount does not include interest and other fees and charges validly made pursuant to this Security Instrument. Also, this limitation does not apply to advances made under the terms of this Security Instrument to protectLender’s security and to perform any of the covenants contained in this Security Instrument. 

**4. SECURED DEBTS.**The term “SecuredDebts” includes and this Security Instrument will secure each of the following: 

**A. Specific Debts.**The following debts and allextensions, renewals, refinancings, modifications and replacements. A promissory note or other agreement, No. 156779 , dated September 22, 2006, from Grantor to Lender, with a loan amount of $6,500,000.00, with an interest rate of 7.5percent per year until October 1, 2007, then with an interest rate of 7.500 percent per year and maturing on October 1, 2011. Promissory note #156809, dated September 22, 2006 in the name of Optical Cable Corporation in the amount of$5,000,000. Promissory note #156833, dated September 22, 2006 in the name of Optical Cable Corporation, in the amount of $2,000,000. One or more of the debts secured by this Security Instrument contains a future advance provision. 

**B. All Debts.**All present and future debts from Grantor to Lender, even if this Security Instrument is not specifically referenced, or if thefuture debt is unrelated to or of a different type than this debt. If more than one person signs this Security Instrument, each agrees that it will secure debts incurred either individually or with others who may not sign this Security Instrument.Nothing in this Security Instrument constitutes a commitment to make additional or future loans or advances. Any such commitment must be in writing. In the event that Lender fails to provide any required notice of the right of rescission, Lenderwaives any subsequent security interest in the Grantor’s principal dwelling that is created by this Security Instrument. This Security Instrument will not secure any debt for which a non-possessory, non-purchase money security interest iscreated in “household goods” in connection with a “consumer loan,” as those terms are defined by federal law governing unfair and deceptive credit practices. This Security Instrument will not secure any debt for which a securityinterest is created in “margin stock” and Lender does not obtain a “statement of purpose,” as defined and required by federal law governing securities. 

**C. Sums Advanced.**All sums advanced and expenses incurred by Lender under the terms of this Security Instrument. 

**5. PAYMENTS.**Grantor agrees that all payments under the Secured Debts will be paid when due and in accordance with the terms of the Secured Debts and this Security Instrument. 

**6. WARRANTY OF TITLE.**Grantor warrants that Grantor is or will be lawfully seized of the estate conveyed by this Security Instrument and has the right toirrevocably grant, convey and sell the Property to Trustee, in trust, with power of sale. Grantor also warrants that the Property is unencumbered, except for encumbrances of record. 

**7. PRIOR SECURITY INTERESTS.**With regard to any other mortgage, deed of trust, security agreement or other lien document that created a prior security interest or encumbrance on the Property, Grantor agrees:

**A.**To make all payments when due and to perform or comply with all covenants. 

**B.**To promptly deliver to Lender any notices that Grantor receives from the holder. 

**C.**Not to allow any modification or extension of, nor to request any future advances under any note or agreement secured by the lien documentwithout Lender’s prior written consent. 

**8. CLAIMS AGAINST TITLE.**Grantor will pay all taxes, assessments, liens, encumbrances, lease payments,ground rents, utilities, and other charges relating to the Property when due, except for immaterial liens related to claims being contested by Grantor. Lender may require Grantor to provide to Lender copies of all notices 

that such amounts are due and the receipts evidencing Grantor’s payment. Grantor will defend title to the Propertyagainst any claims that would impair the lien of this Security Instrument. Grantor agrees to assign to Lender, as requested by Lender, any rights, claims or defenses Grantor may have against parties who supply labor or materials to maintain orimprove the Property. 

**9. DUE ON SALE OR ENCUMBRANCE.**Lender may, at its option, declare the entire balance of the Secured Debt to be immediatelydue and payable upon the creation of, or contract for the creation of, any lien, encumbrance, transfer or sale of all or any part of the Property, except for immaterial liens related to claims being contested by Grantor. This right is subject to therestrictions imposed by federal law (12 C.F.R. 591), as applicable. 

**10. WARRANTIES AND REPRESENTATIONS.**Grantor makes to Lender the followingwarranties and representations which will continue as long as this Security Instrument is in effect: 

**A. Power.**Grantor is dulyorganized, and validly existing and in good standing in all jurisdictions in which Grantor operates. Grantor has the power and authority to enter into this transaction and to carry on Grantor’s business or activity as it is now being conductedand, as applicable, is qualified to do so in each jurisdiction in which Grantor operates. 

**B. Authority.**The execution, delivery andperformance of this Security Instrument and the obligation evidenced by this Security Instrument are within Grantor’s powers, have been duly authorized, have received all necessary governmental approval, will not violate any provision of law,or order of court or governmental agency, and will not violate any agreement to which Grantor is a party or to which Grantor is or any of Grantor’s property is subject. 

**C. Name and Place of Business.**Other than previously disclosed in writing to Lender, Grantor has not changed Grantor’s name or principal placeof business within the last 5 years and has not used any other trade or fictitious name. Without Lender’s prior written consent, Grantor does not and will not use any other name and will preserve Grantor’s existing name, trade names andfranchises. 

**11. PROPERTY CONDITION, ALTERATIONS AND INSPECTION.**Grantor will keep the Property in good condition and make all repairs that arereasonably necessary. Grantor will not commit or allow any waste, impairment, or deterioration of the Property. Grantor will keep the Property free of noxious weeds and grasses. Grantor agrees that the nature of the occupancy and use will notsubstantially change without Lender’s prior written consent. Grantor will not permit any change in any license, restrictive covenant or easement without Lender’s prior written consent. Grantor will notify Lender of all demands,proceedings, claims, and actions against Grantor, and of any loss or damage to the Property. 

No portion of the Property will be removed, demolished ormaterially altered without Lender’s prior written consent except that Grantor has the right to remove items of personal property comprising a part of the Property that become worn or obsolete, provided that such personal property is replacedwith other personal property at least equal in value to the replaced personal property, free from any title retention device, security agreement or other encumbrance. Such replacement of personal property will be deemed subject to the securityinterest created by this Security Instrument. Grantor will not partition or subdivide the Property without Lender’s prior written consent. 

Lender orLender’s agents may, at Lender’s option, enter the Property at any reasonable time for the purpose of inspecting the Property. Lender will give Grantor notice at the time of or before an inspection specifying a reasonable purpose for theinspection. Any inspection of the Property will be entirely for Lender’s benefit and Grantor will in no way rely on Lender’s inspection. 

**12.AUTHORITY TO PERFORM.**If Grantor fails to perform any duty or any of the covenants contained in this Security Instrument, Lender may, without notice, perform or cause them to be performed. Grantor appoints Lender as attorney in fact to signGrantor’s name or pay any amount necessary for performance. Lender’s right to perform for Grantor will not create an obligation to perform, and Lender’s failure to perform will not preclude Lender from exercising any of Lender’sother rights under the law or this Security Instrument. If any construction on the Property is discontinued or not carried on in a reasonable manner, Lender may take all steps necessary to protect Lender’s security interest in the Property,including completion of the construction. 

**13. DEFAULT.**Grantor will be in default if any of the following occur: 

**A. Payments.**Grantor fails to make a payment in full within five days of when due. 

**B. Insolvency or Bankruptcy.**The death, dissolution or insolvency of, appointment of a receiver by or on behalf of, application of any debtorrelief law, the assignment for the benefit of creditors by or on behalf of, the voluntary or involuntary termination of existence by, or the commencement of any proceeding under any present or future federal or state insolvency, bankruptcy,reorganization, composition or debtor relief law by or against Grantor, Borrower, or any co-signer, endorser, surety or guarantor of this Security Instrument or any other obligations Borrower has with Lender. 

**C. Business Termination.**Grantor merges, dissolves, reorganizes, ends its business or existence, or a partner or majority owner dies or is declaredlegally incompetent. 

**D. Failure to Perform.**Grantor fails to perform any condition or to keep any promise or covenant of thisSecurity Instrument. 

**E. Other Documents.**A default occurs under the terms of any other document relating to the Secured Debts.

**F. Other Agreements.**Grantor is in default on any other debt or agreement Grantor has with Lender. ****

**G. Misrepresentation.**Grantor makes any verbal or written statement or provides any financial information that is untrue, inaccurate, or conceals amaterial fact at the time it is made or provided. ****

**H. Judgment.**Grantor fails to satisfy or appeal any judgment in excess of$50,000 against Grantor. 

**I. Forfeiture.**The Property is used in a manner or for a purpose that threatens confiscation by a legalauthority. 

**J. Name Change.**Grantor changes Grantor’s name or assumes an additional name without notifying Lender before makingsuch a change. 

**K. Property Transfer.**Grantor transfers all or a substantial part of Grantor’s money or property. This conditionof default, as it relates to the transfer of the Property, is subject to the restrictions Contained in the DUE ON SALE section. 

**L.Property Value.**Lender determines in good faith that the value of the Property has materially declined or is materially impaired. 

**M.Material Change.**Without first notifying Lender, there is a material change in Grantor’s business, including ownership, management, and financial conditions. 

**N. Insecurity.**Lender determines in good faith that a material adverse change has occurred in Grantor’s financial condition from the conditions set forth in Grantor’s most recent financial statementbefore the date of this Security Instrument or that the prospect for payment or performance of the Secured Debts is materially impaired for any reason. 

**14. REMEDIES.**On or after default, Lender may use any and all remedies Lender has under state or federal law or in any document relating to the Secured Debts. Any amounts advanced on Grantor’s behalf will be immediately due andmay be added to the balance owing under the Secured Debts. Lender may make a claim for any and all insurance benefits or refunds that may be available on Grantor’s default. 

Subject to any right to cure, required time schedules or any other notice rights Grantor may have under federal and state law, Lender may make all or any part of the amount owing by the terms of the Secured Debtsimmediately due and foreclose this Security Instrument in a manner provided by law upon the occurrence of a default or anytime thereafter. In addition to these remedies, Lender has, without limitation, the power to direct the Trustee to execute thetrust created hereby and in so doing exercise all of the powers under applicable law and as set forth in Va. Code Section 55-59 and 55-59.1 through 55-59.4, as in effect on the date of this Security Instrument. 

If there is a default, Trustee will, in addition to any other permitted remedy, at the request of the Lender, advertiseand sell the Property as a whole or in separate parcels at public auction to the highest bidder for cash. Trustee will give notice of sale including the time, terms and place of sale and a description of the Property to be sold as required by theapplicable law in effect at the time of the proposed sale. 

Advertisement required: Advertisement shall be sufficient if published in a newspaper having ageneral circulation in the County or City where the Property or some part thereof is located either (a) once a week for two weeks, or (b) once a day for three days, which may be consecutive days. 

Upon sale of the Property, Trustee shall apply the proceeds in the order prescribed by law. Lender may purchase the Property. 

Upon any sale of the Property, Trustee will make and deliver a special or limited warranty deed that conveys the property sold to the purchaser or purchasers. Under thisspecial or limited warranty deed, Trustee will covenant that Trustee has not caused or allowed a lien or an encumbrance to burden the Property and that Trustee will specially warrant and defend the Property’s title of the purchaser orpurchasers at the sale against all lawful claims and demand of all persons claiming by, through or under Trustee. The recitals in any deed of conveyance will be prima facie evidence of the facts set forth therein. 

All remedies are distinct, cumulative and not exclusive, and the Lender is entitled to all remedies provided at law or equity, whether or not expressly set forth. Theacceptance by Lender of any sum in payment or partial payment on the Secured Debts after the balance is due or is accelerated or after foreclosure proceedings are filed will not constitute a waiver of Lender’s right to require full and completecure of any existing default. By not exercising any remedy, Lender does not waive Lender’s right to later consider the event a default if it continues or happens again. 

**15. SECTION 55-60 OF THE CODE OF VIRGINIA.**This Security Instrument will be construed to impose and confer upon the parties hereto, and the beneficiaries hereunder, all duties, rights and obligations prescribedin Section 55-60 of the Code of Virginia (1950), as amended, and in effect on the date of this Security Instrument, and the following provisions of that section are incorporated in this Security Instrument by short form reference: 

**A.**Exemptions waived. 

**B.**Subject to all upon default. 

**C.**Renewal, extension or reinstatement permitted. 

**D.**Any Trustee may act. 

**E.**Substitution of Trustees permitted. 

**16. COLLECTION EXPENSES AND ATTORNEYS’ FEES.**On or after Default, to the extent permitted by law,Grantor agrees to pay all expenses of collection, enforcement or protection of Lender’s rights and remedies under this Security Instrument or any other document relating to the Secured Debts. Grantor agrees to pay expenses for Lender to inspectand preserve the Property and for any recordation costs of releasing the Property from this Security Instrument. Expenses include (unless prohibited by law) reasonable attorneys’ fees, court costs, and other legal expenses. These expenses aredue and payable immediately. If not paid immediately, these expenses will bear interest from the date of payment until paid in full at the highest interest rate in effect as provided for in the terms of the Secured Debts. In addition, to the extentpermitted by the United States Bankruptcy Code, Grantor agrees to pay the reasonable attorneys’ fees incurred by Lender to protect Lender’s rights and interests in connection with any bankruptcy proceedings initiated by or against Grantor.

**17. ENVIRONMENTAL LAWS AND HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES.**As used in this section, (1) Environmental Law means, without limitation, the ComprehensiveEnvironmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA, 42 U.S.C. 9601 et seq.), all other federal, state and local laws, regulations, ordinances, court orders, attorney general opinions or interpretive letters concerning the public health,safety, welfare, environment or a hazardous substance; and (2) Hazardous Substance means any toxic, radioactive or hazardous material, waste, pollutant or contaminant which has 

characteristics which render the substance dangerous or potentially dangerous to the public health, safety, welfare orenvironment. The term includes, without limitation, any substances defined as “hazardous material,” “toxic substance,” “hazardous waste,” “hazardous substance,” or “regulated substance” under anyEnvironmental Law. 

Grantor represents, warrants and agrees that: 

**A.**Except as previously disclosed and acknowledged in writing to Lender, no Hazardous Substance has been, is, or will be located, transported,manufactured, treated, refined, or handled by any person on, under or about the Property, except in the ordinary course of business and in strict compliance with all applicable Environmental Law. 

**B.**Except as previously disclosed and acknowledged in writing to Lender, Grantor has not and will not cause, contribute to, or permit the releaseof any Hazardous Substance on the Property. 

**C.**Grantor will immediately notify Lender if (1) a release or threatened release ofHazardous Substance occurs on, under or about the Property or migrates or threatens to migrate from nearby property; or (2) there is a violation of any Environmental Law concerning the Property. In such an event, Grantor will take all necessaryremedial action in accordance with Environmental Law. 

**D.**Except as previously disclosed and acknowledged in writing to Lender,Grantor has no knowledge of or reason to believe there is any pending or threatened investigation, claim, or proceeding of any kind relating to (1) any Hazardous Substance located on, under or about the Property; or (2) any violation byGrantor or any tenant of any Environmental Law. Grantor will immediately notify Lender in writing as soon as Grantor has reason to believe there is any such pending or threatened investigation, claim, or proceeding. In such an event, Lender has theright, but not the obligation, to participate in any such proceeding including the right to receive copies of any documents relating to such proceedings. 

**E.**Except as previously disclosed and acknowledged in writing to Lender, Grantor and every tenant have been, are and will remain in full compliance with any applicable Environmental Law. 

**F.**Except as previously disclosed and acknowledged in writing to Lender, there are no underground storage tanks, private dumps or open wellslocated on or under the Property and no such tank, dump or well will be added unless Lender first consents in writing. 

**G.**Grantorwill regularly inspect the Property, monitor the activities and operations on the Property, and confirm that all permits, licenses or approvals required by any applicable Environmental Law are obtained and complied with. 

**H.**Grantor will permit, or cause any tenant to permit, Lender or Lender’s agent to enter and inspect the Property and review all records atany reasonable time to determine (1) the existence, location and nature of any Hazardous Substance on, under or about the Property; (2) the existence, location, nature, and magnitude of any Hazardous Substance that has been released on,under or about the Property; or (3) whether or not Grantor and any tenant are in compliance with applicable Environmental Law. 

**I.**Upon Lender’s request with a reasonable basis and at any time, Grantor agrees, at Grantor’s expense, to engage a qualified environmental engineer to prepare an environmental audit of the Property and to submit the results of such auditto Lender. The choice of the environmental engineer who will perform such audit is subject to Lender’s approval. 

**J.**Lender hasthe right, but not the obligation, to perform any of Grantor’s obligations under this section at Grantor’s expense. 

**K.**Asa consequence of any breach of any representation, warranty or promise made in this section, (1) Grantor will indemnify and hold Lender and Lender’s successors or assigns harmless from and against all losses, claims, demands, liabilities,damages, cleanup, response and remediation costs, penalties and expenses, including without limitation all costs of litigation and attorneys’ fees, which Lender and Lender’s successors or assigns may sustain; and (2) at Lender’sdiscretion, Lender may release this Security Instrument and in return Grantor will provide Lender with collateral of at least equal value to the Property without prejudice to any of Lender’s rights under this Security Instrument. 

**L.**Notwithstanding any of the language contained in this Security Instrument to the contrary, theterms of this section will survive any foreclosure or satisfaction of this Security Instrument regardless of any passage of title to Lender or any disposition by Lender of any or all of the Property. Any claims and defenses to the contrary arehereby waived. 

**18. CONDEMNATION.**Grantor will give Lender prompt notice of any pending or threatened action by private or public entities topurchase or take any or all of the Property through condemnation, eminent domain, or any other means. Grantor authorizes Lender to intervene in Grantor’s name in any of the above described actions or claims. Grantor assigns to Lender theproceeds of any award or claim for damages connected with a condemnation or other taking of all or any part of the Property. Such proceeds will be considered payments and will be applied as provided in this Security Instrument. This assignment ofproceeds is subject to the terms of any prior mortgage, deed of trust, security agreement or other lien document. 

**19. INSURANCE.**Grantor agrees tokeep the Property insured against the risks reasonably associated with the Property. Grantor will maintain this insurance in the amounts Lender reasonably requires. This insurance will last until the Property is released from this SecurityInstrument. What Lender requires pursuant to the preceding two sentences can change during the term of the Secured Debts. Grantor may choose the insurance company, subject to Lender’s approval, which will not be unreasonably withheld.

All insurance policies and renewals will include a standard “mortgage clause” and, where applicable, “loss payee clause.” If requiredby Lender, Grantor agrees to maintain comprehensive general liability insurance and rental loss or business interruption insurance in amounts and under policies acceptable to Lender. The comprehensive general liability insurance must name Lender asan additional insured. The rental loss or business interruption insurance must be in an amount equal to at least coverage of one year’s debt service, and required escrow account deposits (if agreed to separately in writing). 

Grantor will give Lender and the insurance company immediate notice of any loss. All insurance proceeds will be applied to restoration or repair of the Property or tothe Secured Debts, at Lender’s option. If Lender acquires the Property in damaged condition, Grantor’s rights to any insurance policies and proceeds will pass to Lender to the extent of the Secured Debts. 

Grantor will immediately notify Lender of cancellation or termination of insurance. If Grantor fails to keep the Property insured, Lender may obtain insurance to protectLender’s interest in the Property and Grantor will pay for the insurance on Lender’s demand. Lender may demand that Grantor pay for the insurance all at once, or Lender may add the insurance premiums to the balance of the Secured Debts andcharge interest on it at the rate that applies to the Secured Debts. This insurance may include coverages not originally required of Grantor, may be written by a company other than one Grantor would choose, and may be written at a higher rate thanGrantor could obtain if Grantor purchased the insurance. Grantor acknowledges and agrees that Lender or one of Lender’s affiliates may receive commissions on the purchase of this insurance. 

**20. ESCROW FOR TAXES AND INSURANCE.**Grantor will not be required to pay to Lender funds for taxes and insurance in escrow. 

**21. CO-SIGNERS.**If Grantor signs this Security Instrument but is not otherwise obligated to pay the Secured Debts, Grantor does so only to convey Grantor’sinterest in the Property to secure payment of the Secured Debts and Grantor does not agree by signing this Security Instrument to be personally liable on the Secured Debts. If this Security Instrument secures a guaranty between Lender and Grantor,Grantor agrees to waive any rights that may prevent Lender from bringing any action or claim against Grantor or any party indebted under the obligation. These rights may include, but are not limited to, any anti-deficiency or one-action laws.

**22. SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE.**Lender, at Lender’s option, may from time to time remove Trustee and appoint a successor or successors to any trusteewithout any other formality than the designation in writing. The successor or any successors to any trustee, without conveyance of the Property, will succeed to all the title, power and duties conferred upon trustee by this Security Instrument andapplicable law. 

**23. WAIVERS.**Except to the extent prohibited by law, Grantor waives the benefit of the homestead exemption as tothis obligation and any rights of appraisement and reinstatement. 

GRANTOR HEREBY EXPRESSLY WAIVES AND RELEASES ANY REQUIREMENT OR OBLIGATION THAT THELENDER OR THE TRUSTEE PRESENT EVIDENCE OR OTHERWISE PROCEED BEFORE ANY COURT, CLERK, OR OTHER JUDICIAL OR QUASI-JUDICIAL BODY BEFORE EXERCISE OF THE POWERS OF SALE CONTAINED IN THIS SECURITY INSTRUMENT AND IN SECTION 55-59 AND SECTIONS 55-59.1THROUGH 55-59.4 OF THE CODE OF VIRGINIA (1950), AS AMENDED. 

**24. APPLICABLE LAW.**This Security Instrument is governed by the laws of Virginia, theUnited States of America, and to the extent required, by the laws of the jurisdiction where the Property is located, except to the extent such state laws are preempted by federal law. 

**25. JOINT AND INDIVIDUAL LIABILITY AND SUCCESSORS.**Each Grantor’s obligations under this Security Instrument are independent of the obligations of any other Grantor. Lender may sue each Grantorindividually or together with any other Grantor. Lender may release any part of the Property and Grantor will still be obligated under this Security Instrument for the remaining Property. Grantor agrees that Lender and any party to this SecurityInstrument may extend, modify or make any change in the terms of this Security Instrument or any evidence of debt without Grantor’s consent. Such a change will not release Grantor from the terms of this Security Instrument. The duties andbenefits of this Security Instrument will bind and benefit the successors and assigns of Lender and Grantor. 

**26. AMENDMENT, INTEGRATION ANDSEVERABILITY.**This Security Instrument may not be amended or modified by oral agreement. No amendment or modification of this Security Instrument is effective unless made in writing and executed by Grantor and Lender. This Security Instrumentand any other documents relating to the Secured Debts are the complete and final expression of the agreement. If any provision of this Security Instrument is unenforceable, then the unenforceable provision will be severed and the remainingprovisions will still be enforceable. 

**27. INTERPRETATION.**Whenever used, the singular includes the plural and the plural includes the singular. Thesection headings are for convenience only and are not to be used to interpret or define the terms of this Security Instrument. 

**28. NOTICE, FINANCIALREPORTS, ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS AND RECORDING TAXES.**Unless otherwise required by law, any notice will be given by delivering it or mailing it by first class mail to the appropriate party’s address listed in the DATE AND PARTIES section, orto any other address designated in writing. Notice to one Grantor will be deemed to be notice to all Grantors. Grantor will inform Lender in writing of any change in Grantor’s name, address or other application information. Grantor will provideLender any financial statements or information Lender requests. All financial statements and information Grantor gives Lender will be correct and complete. Grantor agrees to pay all expenses, charges and taxes in connection with the preparation andrecording of this Security Instrument. Grantor agrees to sign, deliver, and file any additional documents or certifications that Lender may consider necessary to perfect, continue, and preserve Grantor’s obligations under this SecurityInstrument and to confirm Lender’s lien status on any Property, and Grantor agrees to pay all expenses, charges and taxes in connection with the preparation and recording thereof. Time is of the essence. 

**SIGNATURES.**By signing under seal, Grantor agrees to the terms and covenants contained in this Security Instrument. Grantor also acknowledges receipt of a copy ofthis Security Instrument. 

**GRANTOR:**

Optical Cable Corporation 

 
 By 
/s/ Tracy G. Smith
 (Seal) Tracy G. Smith , Vice President and CFO

**ACKNOWLEDGMENT.**

**(Business or Entity)**

                     OF                    ,                     OF                     ss. 

This instrument wasacknowledged before me this      day of                     ,                     by Tracy Smith - Vice President/CFO of Optical Cable Corporation a Virginia corporation, on behalf of the corporation.

My commission expires: 

 

/s/ Cynthia Marie Tourville
(Notary Public)